The 2013 Mercedes-Benz E 400 HYBRID W212, offered in North America (USA) from late 2012 to April 2013, is a rear-wheel drive (RWD) 4-door luxury sedan model. It includes a 3498 cm3 V6 (M276 DE35) Gasoline 3rd generation direct injection gasoline engine with piezo-electric injectors, VVT, DOHC and V-60deg, as well as an electric motor (Mild Hybrid), producing 333 KF / 329 hp / 245 kW at 6500 engine rpm and 420 Nm torque at 3500 engine revolutions. Combined with a 7-speed automatic transmission (Daimler-Benz 7G-Tronic), it accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 5.7 seconds and reaches a top speed of 277 km/h. Its combined fuel consumption is 10.9 L/100km. The car has a length of 4868 mm, a width of 1854 mm, a height of 1472 mm and weighs 1900 kg, with a fuel tank of 59 liters.
Overview
| Model: | W212 E 400 HYBRID |
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| Production year: | 2013 |
| Transmission: | Automatic with 7 gears |
| Starting price: | $55,800 |
| Engine size: | 3.5 L |
| Max torque: | 420 Nm |
| Cylinders alignment: | V 6 |
| Charge system: | Naturally aspired |
| Displacement: | 3498 cm3 |
| Max power: | 333 PS / 329 hp / 245 kW |
| Fuel type: | Petrol/Electric |
| Fuel consumption: | 10.9 L/100km combined |
| Extra-urban: | 7.9-9.5 L/100km |
| City: | 13.3-16 L/100km |
| Emission standard: | Euro N/A |
| Body style: | Sedan |
| 0-80 km/h: | 3.8 s |
| 0-100 km/h: | 5.7 s |
| 0-160 km/h: | 13.4 s |
| 0-200 km/h: | 22.3 s |
| Top speed: | 277 km/h |
| Curb weight: | 1900 kg |
| Gross weight: | 2500 kg |
| Length: | 4868 mm |
| Width: | 1854 mm |
| Height: | 1472 mm |
| Fuel capacity: | 59 litra |
Expert reviews
Summary
The Mercedes-Benz E 400 HYBRID W212 (2013) is a luxury sedan that combines a powerful V6 engine with hybrid technology, offering excellent acceleration and improved fuel efficiency. Experts point to the excellent balance between ride comfort, careful construction and extensive safety features. While the E 400 Hybrid may not be significantly more economical than the E 350 BlueTEC diesel version, it offers an extra power delivery and torque from the electric motor, without compromising on boot space. However, like the W212 models, there can be minor electronic issues and the M276 V6 engine, although reliable, must be regularly maintained to avoid potential problems. For those looking for luxury, strong performance and an environmental awareness, the E 400 HYBRID remains an excellent choice.